I'm rooting for England and Germany. England is managed by Roy Hodgson whom I loved during his Fulham days. My ancestors are German and my father works for a German company so I support them as well. Spain have to be the favorites. The Dutch will also play well.

Michael Ballack is more entertaining on the pitch than the tv set.

The Croats had an epic run through the World Cup in 98 I believe. The great thing about the Euros is everyone can play. It's so difficult to qualify in the most talented footballing continent.

I have an odd observation. The Russian name plates are in the Latin Alphabet rather than the Cyrillic. I would be a little upset if the Americans wore Chinese name plates. Should the Russians not feel the same?

Russia was entertaining to watch. The less European teams play tomorrow. Will be interesting seeing Ronaldo and Pepe play against their Real Madrid teammates Ozil and Khedira when Portugal loses by five goals to Germany tomorrow.